U8U9 Futsal Coaching Manual

U8/U9 FUTSAL DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM
Club Coaches Curriculum
Curriculum Outline
Curriculum Introduction
The curriculum for this program contains a seasonal plan for the year where the
emphasis is on using both Futsal and Soccer as a tool to develop the basic fundamental
techniques used in soccer. All exercises can be adapted based on the ability of the
players.
Table of Season objectives
Physical
x
Psychological & Social
x
x
x
x
x
Technical
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Tactical
x
x
x
x
Develop basic motor skills

o Walking
o Running
o Turning
o Jumping
o Tumbling
o Hoping
o Skipping
o Throwing
o Catching
Develop ABCs through drills and
games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Create positive environment
Develop group interaction skills
Develop good sportsmanship and fair
play
Ball Familiarity
Juggling with all parts of the foot
Dribbling using all parts of the foot
Feinting and turning
Shielding
Passing
1st touch
Shooting and Volley Techniques
Basic Game understanding
Basic principles of 1v1, 2v2, 3v3 and
4v4
Awareness of when to dribble and when
to pass
Basic concepts of support play
Awareness of space on and off the ball
Taking shooting opportunities when
presented
Futsal
What is Futsal?
The term Futsal is an abbreviation of futebol de salao (Portuguese) or Futbol Sala
(Spanish) which translated means indoor soccer just like soccer is an abbreviation of
association football.
Futsal was developed in South America, and some say it originated in Montevideo,
Uruguay and others in Sao Paolo, Brazil. However it has developed into a very popular
game both in South America and Europe over the years, and has been used as a tool to
develop good soccer technique in young players to allow them to become more
confident on the ball. When you look at countries like Brazil, Argentina, Portugal and
Spain where Futsal is a big part of their culture you can see the success Futsal has had
in developing technically proficient players.
The game of Futsal is played with 2 teams of 5 players including a goalkeeper, and is
played on a court similar to the size of a basketball court. The ball is smaller in size and
is weighted so the bounce is reduced. The rules are closer to soccer than the British
and American versions of indoor soccer as there are no walls, and if the ball leaves the
boundaries of the court possession is handed over to the other team.
Futsal the Benefits for Soccer Development
1. Futsal is played with a small number of players, which allows players to have
more touches on the ball which helps players to become more comfortable on
the ball
2. The Futsal ball with its reduced bounce allows players to get good control of the
ball without it bouncing away, which gives players a greater confidence on the
ball and encourages players to be more creative on the ball.
3. The Futsal ball also encourages players to pass over short distances and keep
the ball on the ground as it is harder to just kick the ball in the air down field.
This will help to develop good habits in players at an early age.
4. Futsal is played in a small area on a fast gym surface, which will help players to
improve their quickness of thought, which will allow players to make better
decisions when under high pressure situations or in tight spaces in games
5. Futsal rules are closer to soccer, as there are no walls, if the ball goes out of play
possession is lost, this encourages good habits as players will try to keep
possession of the ball rather than take the easy option to play off the walls, or
kick the ball down field knowing the ball will remain in play.
6. Being in the gym creates a fun environment for young players and keeps them
out of the cold, wet weather during the winter months, which will help players to
remain interested in soccer and develop a passion for the sport.
How the Sessions work?

Each Session plan is to be used as a guide and concentrates on a particular
topic. It is up to the coach to look at adapting the sessions suitability to the
conditions, age and ability of the players.
Notation Legend
FUTSAL WARM UP
At the start of each Futsal session players will perform a 10 minute ball juggling warm up
before moving onto the 1st exercise. For the ball juggling warm up the regular size 3
balls will be used and each player will need a ball. Below is a table which outlines the
progressions for each juggling warm up session all exercises are performed in a 15x15d
grid:
FUTSAL WARM UP 1
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
FUTSAL WARM UP 2
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
FUTSAL WARM UP 3
x
x
x
FUTSAL WARM UP 4
x
x
x
x
x
x
FUTSAL WARM UP 5
Follow
Players move around the grid throwing ball

above head height and catching the ball
As above players clap before catching ball
Players bounce ball and catch while moving
around grid.
As above player clap when ball hits ground
Players throw ball from hand to hand while
moving around the grid (again introduce clap)
Players throw ball in the air and as the ball
bounces they quickly step over the ball
As above players now try to catch ball after
stepping over the ball
Throw ball in the air allow the ball to bounce and
quickly run under the ball
As above players now turn and catch ball after
running under the ball
Players move around the grid throwing ball
above head height and catching the ball
As above players clap before catching ball
Players bounce ball and catch while moving
around grid.
As above player clap when ball hits ground
Players throw ball from hand to hand while
moving around the grid (again introduce clap)
Players throw ball in the air and as the ball
bounces they quickly step over the ball
As above players now try to catch ball after
stepping over the ball
Throw ball in the air allow the ball to bounce and
quickly run under the ball
As above players now turn and catch ball after
running under the ball
Players throw ball in the air let the ball bounce
and kick ball into hands using laces (right foot
then left foot)
As above players clap before they catch the ball
Players now attempt to kick the ball twice letting
the ball bounce in between each attempt using
only the right foot and then catch
As above left foot
As above on off the right foot one off the left
then left foot)
As above players clap before they catch the ball
Players now attempt to kick the ball twice letting
the ball bounce in between each attempt using
only the right foot and then catch
As above left foot as above on off the right foot
one off the left
Warm up as shown in Session Plan
FUTSAL WARM UP 6
x
x
x
x
x
x
FUTSAL WARM UP 7
x
x
x
x
x
x
FUTSAL WARM UP 8
x
x
x
x
FUTSAL WARM UP 9
x
x
x
x
FUTSAL WARM UP 10
Follow

then left foot)
As above use inside of foot
As above use sole of foot to bounce into hands
As above use outside of foot
Can players perform combinations for example,
bounce, laces, bounce, inside catch
Players see how many times they can
continuously juggle using their feet allowing only
one bounce
then left foot)
As above use inside of foot
As above use sole of foot to bounce into hands
As above use outside of foot
Can players perform combinations for example,
bounce, laces, bounce, inside catch
continuously juggle using their feet allowing only
one bounce
continuously juggle using only their laces on the
right foot allowing only one bounce between
juggles
As above left foot
As above both feet
As above using inside of right foot only (continue
progression using sole and outside of feet)
Players can use all parts of the foot but cant use
the same part twice
continuously juggle using only their laces on the
right foot allowing only one bounce between
juggles
As above left foot
As above both feet
As above using inside of right foot only (continue
progression using sole and outside of feet)
Players can use all parts of the foot but cant use
the same part twice
Warm up as shown in Session Plan
Futsal Rules for Games

x
Games will be 10min in Length and played straight through with no half time
5 aside (1gk 4 Outfield Players)
Game will start with a drop ball
If a goal is scored restart from centre as in regular soccer
If ball goes out off the sides a Kick in will be played from the side, defending
team must give 3 Meters
Corner kicks are awarded when a defending player touches the ball past their
own goal line, defending team must give 3 Meters
If an attacking player plays the ball past the goal line the goalkeeper starts the
play from their hands but cannot play the ball across the half way line.
Free kicks are awarded for foul play, same rules as in Soccer except No sliding
Tackles are allowed, the defending team must give 3 Meters and can form a wall.
Any player that commits 5 fouls in one game is sin binned for 2 mins
Any restart must be taken within 5 seconds
A pass back to the GK cannot be picked up by the GK and they must play the
ball with there feet
Penalty kicks are awarded for any fouls committed inside the penalty area.
Unlimited flying substitutes
FUTSAL SESSION 1
Dribbling, Feinting and 1v1
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
Station 1
Basic motor skill development through

drills and games
ABCs through drills and games
Integration of players
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Dribbling, turning, shielding, feints,
Basic Principles of 1v1
Awareness of Space
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
Set up a 20x20yd grid with 12 rings placed inside the
grid some with a regular size 3 soccer ball in the
middle of 7 or 8 of the rings and others without (See
Diagram). Players move inside the grid picking up balls
using their hands, and placing them into empty rings.
Vary exercise by adding different movements for
example:
x
x
x
x
x
Station 2
Players hop or jump around grid

Players bounce ball while moving around the
grid
Players throw ball and catch while moving
around the grid
Players Throw ball from hand to hand while
moving through the grid
Players dribble ball with their feet
Organisation
Set up rings as shown in the diagram about 3-4yds
apart. Players get into pairs with a ball between each
pair. The ball is placed between the 2 rings with each
player opposite each other between the 2 rings (see
diagram). The aim of the exercise is for the attacker to
move the ball to one of the 2 rings and the defenders job
st
is to try to put their foot into the ring 1 before the
attacker gets there. Players compete for 1min player
that wins moves up the ladder.
Progression
x
x
Attacking players can move ball as part of the

disguise
Both players have a ball
Station 3
Organisation
Set up a 15x15yd grid each player with a ball, players
perform the following exercises:
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Station 4
Inside Taps
Jog on the ball
Roll ball across body and tap with inside of
other foot
Push ball forward with laces and roll back with
sole
Dribble using inside/outside right foot
Dribble using inside/outside left foot
Dribble using insides of both feet
Dribble using outside of both feet
Dribble using sole of both feet
Free to use all parts of both feet
Organisation
Set up a Futsal court using cones and goals. Split group
into 2 teams and play Futsal
Game Focus
x
Encourage players to dribble and take on

defenders in 1v1 situations
COOL DOWN : Gentle Jog followed by Static Stretching
Possible Questions for the Group

x
x
x
What do you need to think about when

dribbling the ball?
Be on toes, knees bent, head up, keep ball
close and under control.
Why do we need to keep are head up in
1v1 situations?
To observe the defender, and look at the
space available behind.
What can we do to try to unbalance the
defender in 1v1 situations?
Use tricks or feints
What do we do once we have unbalanced
the defender?
Quickly change direction and accelerate past
the defender.
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
On balls of feet
Keep ball under control
Head up observe defender
Timing and distance of Feint
Quality of disguise and execution of feint
Change Speed and Direction
Accelerate away lifting head up keeping
control off the ball
Encourage players to dribble and take players
on when space is available
SOCCER SESSION 1
Dribbling, Feinting 1v1
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
WARM UP
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x

drills and games
Integration of players
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Shooting
Awareness of space
Organisation
Set up a 20x20yd grid with cones placed randomly
inside the grid (See Diagram). Half the cones should be
up-right and the others on there side. Split the players
into 2 teams. The aim of the game is for one team to run
around and knock over the up-right cones while the
teams job is to put the cones back up the right way.
After 1 min teams switch roles.
Progressions
Players dribble a ball
Team knocking down the cones can only do so by
kicking their ball onto the cone
TECHNICAL EXERCISE
Organisation
Set up a 30x20yd field with 2 end zones of 5yds each
(see diagram). Place half the balls in one end zone and
half the balls in the other. Each team selects 2 players
to be the defenders. Teams line up on opposite sides of
the field and the defenders position themselves between
the 2 end zones (see diagram). On the coaches
command the teams run across to the opposite end
zone pick up a ball and attempt to carry the ball back to
their end zone without being tagged by the defenders, if
tagged the ball is replaced and they must try again. The
team with the most balls in there end zone after a set
time is the winner
Progressions
Players now have to dribble ball across, defenders must
also dribble a ball
Players must dribble the ball past the defenders who are
now attempt to touch the ball with their feet
TACTICAL EXERCISE
Organisation
Set up a 30x20yd area with 2 end zones of 5yds see
diagram. Teams line up us shown in the diagram. The
coach numbers the players in each team. The coach
plays a ball onto the field and calls a number. The
players then compete to creating a 1v1 with the
emphasis is to dribble the ball into the end zone.
Organisation
SSG
Set up a field with 2 end zones as shown in the diagram.

Players play a 3v3 or 4v4 game with the objective to
dribble the ball into the end zone to score.

x
x
x

dribbling the ball?
1v1 situations?
the defender?
the defender.
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
On balls of feet
FUTSAL SESSION 2
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
Station 1

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Awareness of Space
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
Set up a 20x20yd grid with rings and cones inside as
shown in the diagram. Players dribble inside the grid
and dribble in a figure 8 around the rings, and slalom
through the cones.
Progression
Dribble Using:
x
x
x
x
Right foot only

Left foot only
Inside of both feet only
Outside of both feet only
Jump from one ring to the other holding the ball between
feet, and through the cones roll with the sole across the
body and tap with inside of other foot.
Station 2
Organisation
Set up area as shown in the diagram. Split group into
teams and have them line up as shown in the diagram.
Attacker starts by dribbling through the 2 cones, while
the Defender performs exercise through agility ladder.
Players compete in a 1v1 and attempt to dribble through
either of the 2 gates to score.
Progression
x
x
Vary exercises through cones and Agility

ladder
Players passes into partner after dribbling
through the cones and becomes the defender
Station 3
Organisation
Set up area as shown in diagram, 4 players maximum
per station. Players take turns to dribble through cones,
take a touch through the triangle and shoot on goal.
Progression
x
x
Station 4
Vary dribbling techniques through cones

Players perform a feint inside the triangle
before shooting on goal
Organisation
Game Focus
x


x
x
x

dribbling the ball?
1v1 situations?
the defender?
the defender.
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
On balls of feet
SOCCER SESSION 2
Dribbling, Feinting, 1v1
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
WARM UP

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Ball familiarity
Dribbling, turning, shielding, feints
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
Set up a 20x20yd grid with a series of lines of 3
cones within the grid (See Diagram). Players
dribble through the cones using the following
exercises:
x
x
x
x
x
TECHNICAL EXERCISE
Inside of both feet

Inside outside of right ft
Inside outside Left ft
Outside both feet
Roll with sole of the foot
Organisation
Set up area as shown in the 1st diagram and split
group into 2 or 3 teams. Players Dribble the ball
into the Square to shoot on goal, goals only count
that have been struck from inside the Square.
Develop into a competition which team can score
the most goals in 1 min
Progression
x
x
Make square smaller for less time to

shoot
Introduce cones for players to dribble
through see diagram 2
TACTICAL EXERCISE
Organisation
Set up area as shown in the diagram and split
group into 2 teams. On the coaches command the
st
1 2 players perform an exercise through the
st
ladder, the 1 player though the ladder will receive
a pass from the coach. The players now play a
1v1 with the objective to dribble into one of the 2
squares to shoot, goals only count that have been
struck from inside the Square. The first team to
10 is the winner.
Progression
x
Vary exercises through the ladder
Organisation
SSG
Set up a field as shown in the diagram. Players

play a 3v3 or 4v4 game with the objective to
dribble into one of the 2 squares to shoot, goals
only count that have been struck from inside the
Square

x
x
x

dribbling the ball?
1v1 situations?
the defender?
the defender and take shooting opportunity.
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x
On balls of feet
Knees bent, Body over ball
Head up
Keep ball under control and close to feet
Use body feints and deceptive foot
movements to loose defender
Accelerate past the defender keeping control
of the ball
Quality of Shoot
FUTSAL SESSION 3
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
Station 1

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Awareness of Space
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
Set up area as shown in diagram, and divide players
into groups of 2 or 3. Players dribble through cones and
leave ball for the next players to take, the exercise
continues in this fashion
Progression
Dribble Using:
x
x
x
x
Right foot only

Left foot only
Inside of both feet only
Outside of both feet only
Player passes the ball after dribbling through cones

st
Introduce competition by having relay races 1 team to

finish wins
Station 2
Organisation
Set up area as shown in the diagram. Split group into 2
teams and have them line up as shown in the diagram.
On the coaches command the 1st player in each team,
performs a somersault, then moves onto an agility
exercise through ladder, around the cone and through
st
the gate to enter the field. The 1 player to enter the
field becomes the attacker and receives a ball from the
coach, the other player becomes the defender creating a
st
1v1, 1 player to score gets a point for their team.
Progression
x
x
Vary exercises over the mat and through the

Agility ladder
Player has to combine with coach to score
Station 3
Organisation
Set up area as shown in diagram, and split players into
2 teams. 1st player in each line jogs to the central cones
and the coach will call out a colour red or blue, on
hearing the colour players race to the same colour
st
square, 1 player to get to the square gets a point for
their team.
Progression
x
x
x
Station 4
Players run to opposite colour form what the

coach calls
Each player has a ball
Without a ball turn into tag game, where one
player is the tagger the other the runner, as
players jog into the center the runner trys to
get to one of the 2 squares without being
tagged by the tagger
Remove central cones, introduce ball and turn
into a 1v1 with attacker and defender
Organisation
Game Focus
x


x
x
x

dribbling the ball?
1v1 situations?
the defender?
the defender.
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
On balls of feet
SOCCER SESSION 3
Dribbling, Feinting 1v1
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
WARM UP

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Dribbling, turning, shielding, feints
1v1
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
Set up a 20x20yd grid with small triangles marked inside
(See Diagram) each player with a ball, dribble inside the
grid and look to enter through the side of a triangle
leaving through a different side. Introduce challenges
for players:
x
x
TECHNICAL EXERCISE
Players can only use a certain part of their

foot
Players must disguise their intentions going
through the triangle by looking to go through
one side and changing direction to go through
the other
Organisation
Set up 2 rows of cones as shown in the diagram. Split
players into 2 groups with equal amounts of players
either side of each line of cones (see Diagram). Players
dribble through the cones on reaching the centre the
player will fake towards the white cones and exit through
the blue
Progression
x
x
x
Players can only use a certain part of their

foot
Players pass to the next player in line
st
Introduce competition 1 team through the
cones wins.
TACTICAL EXERCISE
Organisation
Set up area as shown in the diagram and split
players into 2 teams. On the coaches command
st
the 1 player performs exercise through the cones
and then will run around the outside of the left
corner or the right corner of the blue square (in
the diagram the player has chosen to go to the
left) At this point the 1st player form the other
team passes a ball into the blue square, the
player entering the blue square receives the ball
and passes the ball back to the player and players
now compete 1v1
Organisation
SSG
Set up a 30x20yd area with 2 end zones of 5yds see

diagram. Players play a 4v4 game and attempt to
dribble into the opponents end zone. Defending players
are not allowed to challenge players in the end zone.
Progression
x
On Scoring players keep possession and turn

and attempt to attack the opposite end zone

x
x
x

dribbling the ball?
1v1 situations?
the defender?
the defender.
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
On balls of feet (on Front Studs)

FUTSAL SESSION 4
Passing and Receiving 2v1
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
Station 1

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Passing and receiving
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
Set up area as shown in diagram, and have players line
st
up as shown in the diagram. 1 player dribbles through
cones, kicks ball to the side of the rings and hops
through the rings, passes the ball through the inside of
the cone and runs around the outside and then passes
into the next player in line who receives the ball in the
square, the exercise continues in this fashion. Maximum
3-4 players per exercise
Progression
x
x
x
Station 2
Vary agility exercises through the rings

nd
To add more pressure introduce a 2 ball
Adjust exercise to work on Left foot
Organisation
Set up area as shown in the diagram and split players
into pairs. Exercise starts with players passing back and
forth 2 touch then introduce the following:
x
x
x
x
x
Receive with sole pass with inside

Receive with inside pass with inside
Receive with inside pass with inside of other
foot
Receive with outside pass with inside
1 touch passing
Progression
x
Once comfortable with the passing, players

pass back and forth and on coaches
command players compete and play a 1v1
and attempt to score in one of the small goals
Station 3
Organisation
2 teams who line up as shown in the diagram. On the
st
coaches command the 1 player in each line at the
bottom of the diagram perform and exercise through the
agility ladder and run into the blue square where the
attacker will receive a pass off their team mate, on
receiving the pass they pass back to their team mate to
create a 2v1 against the defender, attacking the single
goal. If the defender wins the ball they then look to
attack the 2 goals.
Station 4
Organisation
Game Focus
x
x
Encourage players to pass and use their team

mates.
Encourage players to provide good support to
the player on the ball

x
x
x
What do we need to think about when

receiving the ball?
Be on toes, move into line with the ball, select
st
receiving surface, create space on 1 touch,
head up.
passing the ball?
The weight, timing and accuracy of the pass.
What do other players need to do to help
the player on the ball?
Take up good supporting positions, and make
runs
What type of forward pass is best?
Penetrating pass into space which eliminates
defenders.
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
On toes/move into line

Select controlling surface
st
Create space on 1 touch
Head Up
Use correct passing technique
Good Accuracy. Weight and Timing of the pass
Quality of decision by player with the ball, dribble
pass or shoot.
Quality of support and movement off the ball by
other players
SOCCER SESSION 4
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
WARM UP

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Passing, Receiving, Shooting
2v1, 2v2
Support and movement off the ball
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
Set up a 20x20yd grid with four 3yd gates marked on the
perimeter as shown in the diagram. Split players into
pairs with one ball between two, players pass the ball
back and forth over a distance of 5yds through the gates
and perform the following exercises:
x
x
x
x
x
Receive using inside of the foot

Receive using inside of one foot and pass with
inside of the other foot
Receive using outside of the foot
Receive using Sole of the foot
1 touch passing
Progression
After making a pass players on the inside move to
receive a ball from another player on the outside
TECHNICAL EXERCISE
Organisation
Set up a line of cones about 3yds apart (See diagram)
with a goal at the end. In pairs players line up as shown
in the diagram and perform the following exercises
Followed by a shot on goal:
x
x
x
x
2 touch passing using inside of foot

1 touch passing using inside of foot
2 touch passing using outside foot
1 touch passing using outside foot
Progression
x
See second diagram introduce a defender

who defends the goal on after the final pass
creating a 2v1
TACTICAL EXERCISE
Organisation
Set up an area as shown in the diagram, split players
into 2 teams and have them line up as shown in the
st
diagram. On the coaches command the 1 player in
each line performs an exercise through the agility hoops,
st
the 1 player through will receive the ball and players
will play a 2v2 The aim of the game is for each team to
knock over the other teams cones with the ball. Once a
cone has been knocked over the player must pick up the
cone and place it with their teams set of cones. The
team with the most cones at the end is the winner.
Progression
x
Vary exercises through agility hoops
Organisation
SSG
Set up a 35x25yd field with 2 end zones placing an

equal amount of tall cones in each end zone (See
Diagram). The aim of the game is for each team to
knock over the other teams cones with the ball. Once a
cone has been knocked over the player must pick up the
cone and place it with their teams set of cones. The
team with the most cones at the end is the winner.

x
x
x

receiving the ball?
st
head up.
passing the ball?
runs
defenders.
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x

st
Head Up
pass or shoot.
other player
FUTSAL SESSION 5
Jamboree
Warm up
Organisation
Set up a series of cones as shown in the diagram.

Players dribble through the cones using the following
techniques:
x
x
x
x
x
x
Right foot only

Left foot only
Inside of both feet
Outside of both feet
Roll with the sole across body and tap with
inside of other foot
Inside right foot, outside left foot, inside left
foot outside right foot and so on
Finish with fast feet through cones
Jamboree
Organisation
Set up 2 Futsal courts in the gym and have each team
play each other at least once. Normal Futsal rules apply
and allow players to play free from instruction
SOCCER SESSION 5
Jamboree
Warm up
Organisation
Set up a 20x20yd grid. Have Players line up on one
side of the grid , The coach selects 1 or 2 Taggers that
wear the bibs. The rest of the group run around the grid
trying to avoid the taggers. If they happen to get tagged
they are frozen and must hold their hands above their
head, open their legs and cry for help. The only way to
be rescued is by one of your team mates to crawl under
your legs.
Progression
Players dribble ball around the grid avoiding the taggers.
If tagged, To be rescued a player must pass the ball
under your legs.
Jamboree
Organisation
Set up a series of fields with different objectives as
shown in the diagram. Split team into teams of 3 or 4.
Each team should play each other at least once and
should have had chance to play on each field type.
Allow players to play with little or no instruction.
Rules are as follows:
1.
2.
3.
Ball goes out KICK IN

Any Foul play an In-direct free kick is
awarded.
Goal scored restart from centre of field
FUTSAL SESSION 6
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
Station 1

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
Set up a series of benches laid on there side (if benches
not available use a wall) and have 1 2 players per
bench. Each player has a ball, use regular size 3
soccer balls for this exercise. Players pass the ball off
the bench using the following techniques
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Station 2
Receive with the inside pass with the inside of

the same foot
Receive with the inside of one foot and pass
with the inside of the other
Receive with the outside and pass with the
inside
Receive with the sole pass with the inside
1 touch passing right foot
1 touch passing left foot
1 touch passing alternating feet
Organisation
into pairs. Exercise starts with players passing back and
forth 2 touch through the cones and ending with a shot,
after the shot has been taken both player run and
perform an exercise through the agility ladder and
proceed to run through the gate to re enter the field.
st
The 1 player to enter the field will receive a pass from
the coach, and the other player will become the
defender creating a 1v1.
Progression
x
x
x
x
Players pass with one touch through the

cones
Players perform crossover runs through the
cones
Players perform overlap runs through the
cones
Vary Agility ladder exercises
Station 3
Organisation
2 teams who line up as in the diagram. On the coaches
st
command the 1 player in each line runs around the
st
goal and through the agility ladder, 1 player to enter the
field will receive a pass from the coach creating a 2v2.
Progression
x
Station 4
Vary exercises through the agility ladders
Organisation
Game Focus
x
x

mates.

x
x
x

receiving the ball?
st
head up.
passing the ball?
runs
defenders.
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x

st
Head Up
pass or shoot.
other players
SOCCER SESSION 6
Passing and Support
Table of objectives
x
Physical

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Passing and Receiving
3v1, 3v2
Passing and Support
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Technical
Tactical
Organisation
WARM UP
Set up a 20x20yd grid with a series of lines of 3

cones within the grid (See Diagram). Players
dribble through the cones using the following
exercises:
x
x
x
x
x
Inside of both feet

Inside outside of right ft
Inside outside Left ft
Outside both feet
Roll with sole of the foot
Organisation
TECHNICAL EXERCISE
Set up a series of lines of 3 cones Split players

into pairs with one ball between two, players pass
the ball back and forth over a distance of 5yds
through the cones and perform the following
exercises
x
x
x
x
Receive using inside of one foot and

pass with inside of the other foot
Receive using inside of one foot and
pass with outside of the same foot.
Receive using Sole of the foot
TACTICAL EXERCISE
Organisation
Set up an 8x8yd grid, split players into 2 groups of
3 with 1 group as the attackers and the other
group as the defenders. The drill starts by the
defender passing the ball into the attackers. The
attackers attempt to keep possession and prevent
the defender from winning the ball. Once the
attackers have made 10 passes or the defender
wins the ball a new defender is introduced.
Progression
x
Introduce a second defender making it

3v2
Organisation
SSG
Set up a 30x20yd grid, split players into 2 teams of 5. 2

players from each team stand on opposite corners of the
grid acting as Target players (See Diagram). Players
play a 3v3 inside the grid and attempt to pass to one of
the 2 target players to score. The player who passes to
the target player switches with the target player. The
ball must be now played to the opposite target player. If
possession is lost and regained the ball can be passes
to either of the target players.

x
x
x
x
x
What do we need to think about when receiving

the ball?
receiving surface, create space on 1st touch, head
up.
What do we need to think about when passing
the ball?
What do other players need to do to help the
player on the ball?
Take up good supporting positions, and make runs
When in possession of the ball what direction are
we looking to pass the ball 1st?
Forward.
defenders.
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x

st
Head Up
Quality of pass, Accuracy, weight and timing
Quality of support and movement off the ball
FUTSAL SESSION 7
Passing and Support
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
Station 1

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
3v1, 3v2
Passing and Support
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
into groups of 4 to 6. Player passes to the next player in
line and follows pass using the various techniques
outlined below
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Receive with the inside pass with the inside of

the same foot
Receive with the inside of one foot and pass
with the inside of the other
Receive with the outside and pass with the
inside
Receive with the sole pass with the inside
1 touch passing right foot
1 touch passing left foot
1 touch passing alternating feet
Progression
x
Station 2
Introduce wall pass see diagram 2
Organisation
into teams of no more than 4. Exercise starts with the
st
1 player in each line hopping through the hoops and
then hop beside the ball to make a pass to the player in
the square. The player receiving the pass dribbles the
ball back for the next player, while the player who made
the pass moves into the square to receive the next pass.
Progression
x
x
Hop on the right leg and pass with the left

Introduce competition how many passes can
each team make in a minute
Station 3
Organisation
2 teams of 3. One team will be the attackers the other
the defenders. The attackers line up on the field, and
st
the 1 player from the defending team passes the ball to
one of the attackers and enters the field to try and win
the ball creating a 3v1. Once the attackers have made 4
passes they can shoot on either goal to score a point, if
the defender wins the ball they too can look to score on
either goal to score a point.
Progression
x
x
Station 4
Goals can only be scored over the halfway

line
nd
Introduce 2 defender
Organisation
Game Focus
x
x

mates.

x
x
x

receiving the ball?
st
head up.
passing the ball?
runs
defenders.
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x

st
Head Up
pass or shoot.
other players
SOCCER SESSION 7
Passing and Support
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
WARM UP

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Passing and Receiving
Passing and support
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
Set up a series of 5x5yd squares (see Diagram). Each
player has a ball and a square each. Players perform
the following exercises.
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
TECHNICAL EXERCISE
Tap ball side to side with the inside of each

foot.
Same as above after 3 taps turn using the
sole of the foot
After 3 taps turn using the inside of the foot
Jog on the ball
Using the sole role the ball from foot to foot
Same as above but slightly move the ball
outside before rolling the ball to the other foot.
Roll the ball across the body using the sole
and then tap the ball with the inside of the
other foot.
Players are free to dribble any where in the
grid and always look to find an empty square.
Organisation
Using the same set up as the warm up players get into
pairs with a ball between 2 and organise themselves as
shown in the diagram. Players perform the following
actions:
x
x
x
x
Receive using inside of the foot

Receive using inside of one foot and pass with
inside of the other foot
1 touch passing
Progression
x
x
Introduce movement a player must touch one

of the 4 cones in their square after making a
pass.
Players now pass and move in the are but
cant occupy the same square as another
player
TACTICAL EXERCISE
Organisation
Set up a 12x12yd grid with 4 small goals placed on the
outside (See Diagram). Split the group into 2 teams one
team as the attackers and the other as the defenders.
The attackers start with the ball and attempt to make 3
passes while one defender attempts to steel the ball.
Once the attackers have made 3 passes they can shoot
in any of the 4 goals. If the defender wins the ball they
also can score in either of the 4 goals.
Progressions
x
Introduce another defender
Increase the number of passes the Attackers

have to make before they can shoot.
Organisation
SSG
Set up a 30x30yd field with 4 small goals (see Diagram).

Players play a 4v4 game one team can score on one set
of goals opposite each other and the other team can
score on the other 2 goals.
Progression
x
x
After a goal is scored players now attack the

other 2 goals
Players have to make 3 passes before they
can score

x
x
x

receiving the ball?
st
head up.
passing the ball?
runs
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x

st
Head Up
Quality of pass, Accuracy, weight and timing
Quality of support and movement off the ball
FUTSAL SESSION 8
Shooting
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
Station 1

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Shooting and volley techniques
Recognising when to shoot
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
into pairs with a regular size 3 ball between 2. Players
pass the ball back and forth using the following
techniques:
x
x
x
x
x
Station 2
Bounce the ball back and forth using hands

As above players touch the ground on the
bounce before catching
As above players touch the floor on the
bounce and clap before catching
Pass the ball with feet along the ground
Drop the ball from hands, let bounce and
volley ball to partner
Organisation
into to groups each player has a ball. Exercise starts
st
with the 1 player balancing across the bench holding
the ball, then dribbles through cones, passes ball into
the square and runs around the outside of the cone to
shoot on goal.
Progression
x
x
After player shoots coach lays another ball off

nd
for a 2 shot on goal
As above using the regular size 3 balls
coach bounces a ball in for player to volley
after shot
Station 3
Organisation
2 groups and one group has the balls. Exercise starts
with the player with the ball dribbling through the cones
while the opposite player hops from leg to leg through
the rings. The player with the ball passes into the
opposite player and applies pressure, the player
st
receiving the ball takes there 1 touch towards one of
the 2 goals and shoots.
Station 4
Organisation
Game Focus
x
Encourage players to shoot on goal when

opportunity arises

x
x
x
x
What do we need to do before we shoot?

Look up and observe the keeper
What is more important, Accuracy or
Power when shooting?
Accuracy.
When do we look to shoot in a game
situation?
When the space is available do so.
Once a shot has been taken what is our
next action?
To follow up the shot for possible rebounds.
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Head up observe keeper

Select type of shot
Correct shooting technique, approach, body
shape, placement of non kicking foot, Kicking
foot, follow through.
Concentrate on accuracy before power
Follow up for rebounds
Encourage players to take all shooting
opportunities
If shot is not available:
Can I create a shooting opportunity as an
individual
Can I pass to a player in a shooting position
Can I combine to create a shooting
opportunity
SOCCER SESSION 8
Shooting
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
WARM UP

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Juggling, Shooting
1v1, 2v2, 4v4
Recognising the moment to shoot
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
Set up a 20x20yd grid, each player with a ball. Players
move around the grid and serve to themselves and
perform the following juggling exercises catching the ball
each time:
x
x
x
Laces of both feet

Inside of both feet
Progression
Have players perform 2 or more juggles before catching
the ball, introduce combinations for example laces,
thigh, catch.
TECHNICAL EXERCISE
Organisation
Set up a 30x20yd field with a small triangle marked by
cones 10yds from each goal(See Diagram).split players
into 2 groups and have players line up behind one of the
triangles with ball each. Players in turn line their ball
between the 2 cones and have one touch set up their
shot through one of the sides of the triangle and then
must shoot on their second touch
Progression
Players perform feint towards one side of the triangle
and then take ball through other side before shooting
TACTICAL EXERCISE
Organisation
Set up a 30x20 small field and split players into 2 teams.
Teams line up us shown in the diagram. The coach
numbers the players in each team. The coach plays a
ball onto the field and calls a number. The players then
compete to score a goal. The team with the most goals
at the end wins. Call out 2 numbers at a time.
Organisation
SSG
Set up a 30x20yd grid with 2 goals. Player play a 4v4

game with goalkeepers, Players are encouraged to
shoot at every opportunity

x
x
x
x

Accuracy.
situation?
next action?
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x
x

Select type of shot
opportunities
individual
opportunity
FUTSAL SESSION 9
Shooting
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
Station 1

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Shooting
Recognising when to shoot
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
into pairs with a regular size 3 ball between 2. Players
volley ball over the bench to each other allowing
maximum of 2 bounces
Progression
x
x
Station 2
Allow only one bounce

Players see how many successful volley to
each other they can make in a row
Organisation
st
into 2 groups Exercise starts with the 1 player
performing hop scotch through the rings followed by a
somersault over the mat, the player receives a pass
from the coach a shoots on goal.
Progression
x
x
Using the regular size 3 balls coach bounces

a ball in for player to volley
Introduce competition by having both lines go
at the same time
Station 3
Organisation
2 teams and have each team line up facing away from
goal, giving each player a number as shown in the
diagram. Exercise starts with the coach calling out a
number and passing the ball towards the goal. The 2
players turn and compete for the ball and try to score
before the ball passes the line marked by the tall cones.
Progression
x
x
Station 4
Players start from a seated position and cant

use hands to stand up
Players start from a lying position
Organisation
Game Focus
x
Encourage players to shoot on goal when

opportunity arises

x
x
x
x

Accuracy.
situation?
next action?
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
x
x

Select type of shot
opportunities
individual
opportunity
SOCCER SESSION 9
Crossing and finishing
Table of objectives
Physical
Technical
Tactical
WARM UP

drills and games
Enjoyment/Fun
Build self esteem
Crossing, Shooting, Volley Techniques
1v1
Crossing and Finishing
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Organisation
Set up a series of 3x5yd grids. Split players into pairs
with one ball between two. Players perform the following
passing and volley techniques (on volley players serve
themselves and volley to partner)
x
x
x
x
x
TECHNICAL EXERCISE 1
2 touch passing
1 touch passing
Inside foot volley
Instep volley
Half Volley
Organisation
Set up an area as shown in the diagram, divide players
into 2 groups and have them line up as shown in the
diagram. Players lined up on the side each have a ball
and place the ball between the orange and yellow
cones. The player then touches the ball through the
yellow cones, runs through the orange cones and
crosses the ball into the striker to finish (See Diagram).
Players switch lines.
Progression
Run same exercise on the left.
TECHNICAL EXERCISE 2
Organisation
As in previous exercise except for the coach passes
another ball into the striker after the striker has finished
off the cross
Progression
Coach serves a ball for a volley after the striker has
finished off the cross
Again switch to left side
Organisation
SSG
Set up a 30x20 yd field with 2 large goals, players play

hand ball, with the objective to throw the ball into the
net.
Progression
x
x
Players volley ball into the net.

Players volley ball to each other

x
x
x
What does the crosser need to do before

delivering the cross?
Look up to see strikers posion
What is the best area to cross the ball?
Just in front of the penalty Spot, away from
the GK and in the path of the incoming striker
What things does the striker need to think
about before striking the ball?
The timing of the run, observe Gk, watch flight
of the ball, surface of the foot to strike the ball.
Accuracy.
Coaching Points
x
x
x
x
x
Quality of the cross

Timing of the strikers run dont arrive too early
Head up observe Goalkeeper
Judge the flight of the ball, and select
technique to strike the ball
Quality of Finish
FUTSAL SESSION 10
Jamboree
Warm up
Organisation
Set up a series of cones as shown in the diagram.

Players dribble through the cones using the following
techniques:
x
x
x
x
x
x
Right foot only

Left foot only
Inside of both feet
Roll with the sole across body and tap with
inside of other foot
Inside right foot, outside left foot, inside left
foot outside right foot and so on
Finish with fast feet through cones
Jamboree
Organisation
Set up 2 Futsal courts in the gym and have each team
play each other at least once. Normal Futsal rules apply
and allow players to play free from instruction
SOCCER SESSION 10
Jamboree
Warm up
Organisation
Set up a 20x20yd grid. Have Players line up on one
side of the grid , The coach selects 1 or 2 Taggers that
wear the bibs. The rest of the group run around the grid
trying to avoid the taggers. If they happen to get tagged
they are frozen and must hold their hands above their
head, open their legs and cry for help. The only way to
be rescued is by one of your team mates to crawl under
your legs.
Progression
Players dribble ball around the grid avoiding the taggers.
If tagged, To be rescued a player must pass the ball
under your legs.
Jamboree
Organisation
Set up a series of fields with different objectives as
shown in the diagram. Split team into teams of 3 or 4.
Each team should play each other at least once and
should have had chance to play on each field type.
Allow players to play with little or no instruction.
Rules are as follows:
4.
5.
6.
Ball goes out KICK IN

Any Foul play an In-direct free kick is
awarded.
Goal scored restart from centre of field

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U8/U9 FUTSAL DEVELOPMENT

Club Coaches Curriculum

Develop basic motor skills

How the Sessions work?

Players move around the grid throwing ball

Players throw ball in the air let the ball bounce

Futsal Rules for Games

5 aside (1gk 4 Outfield Players)

Game will start with a drop ball

If a goal is scored restart from centre as in regular soccer

Any restart must be taken within 5 seconds

Unlimited flying substitutes

Psychological & Social

Basic motor skill development through

Players hop or jump around grid

Attacking players can move ball as part of the

Encourage players to dribble and take on

COOL DOWN : Gentle Jog followed by Static Stretching

Possible Questions for the Group

What do you need to think about when

Psychological & Social

Basic motor skill development through

Set up a field with 2 end zones as shown in the diagram.

COOL DOWN : Gentle Jog followed by Static Stretching

Possible Questions for the Group

What do you need to think about when

Psychological & Social

Basic motor skill development through

Right foot only

Vary exercises through cones and Agility

Vary dribbling techniques through cones

Encourage players to dribble and take on

COOL DOWN : Gentle Jog followed by Static Stretching

Possible Questions for the Group

What do you need to think about when

Psychological & Social

Basic motor skill development through

Inside of both feet

Make square smaller for less time to

Vary exercises through the ladder

Set up a field as shown in the diagram. Players

COOL DOWN : Gentle Jog followed by Static Stretching

Possible Questions for the Group

What do you need to think about when

Psychological & Social

Basic motor skill development through

Right foot only

Player passes the ball after dribbling through cones

Introduce competition by having relay races 1 team to

Vary exercises over the mat and through the

Players run to opposite colour form what the

Encourage players to dribble and take on

COOL DOWN : Gentle Jog followed by Static Stretching

Possible Questions for the Group

What do you need to think about when

Psychological & Social

Basic motor skill development through

Players can only use a certain part of their

Players can only use a certain part of their

Set up a 30x20yd area with 2 end zones of 5yds see

On Scoring players keep possession and turn

COOL DOWN : Gentle Jog followed by Static Stretching

Possible Questions for the Group

What do you need to think about when